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Summer Study English Abroad Program (Edu.Fun.) July 18 – September 10, 2016 [55 days of learning and fun]

Program is professionally managed by:

American Learning Advant-edge (ALA-edge) P.O. Box 352631

Toledo, OH 43635 www.ala-edge.com | [email protected] | +1 (419) 699-0711

In cooperation with:

Davis College* 4747 Monroe St., Toledo, OH 43623 | www.daviscollege.edu | +1.419.473.2700

OH Reg. No. 81-02-0731B

2016 Summer Edu.Fun. (Study Abroad) Program Last Update: April 01, ‘16 1

* Davis College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and a member of the North Central Association (NCA). The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association may be contacted at (312) 263-0456 or (800) 621-7440 Fax: (312) 263-7462 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604. www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org.

- Davis College is recognized by the State Board of Career Colleges and Schools (State of Ohio Certificate of Registration No. 81-02-0731B), 30 East Broad Street, 24th Floor, Suite 2481, Columbus, OH 43215. http://scr.ohio.gov.

- Davis College is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant alien students. It is authorized through the SEVIS Program to issue I-20 forms for acceptance of International Students. Information and Application forms can be viewed at http://www.daviscollege.edu/international.html

- The Intensive Language Learning Program (I.L.P.) is approved by the State Board of Career Colleges & Schools. While the program is offered at and administered by Davis College, it is designed and professionally managed by American Learning Advant-edge (ALA-edge). The I.L.P. is also accredited by the Saudi Arabian Cultural Mission to the United States.


Table of Content

About Summer Edu.Fun. Package ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 3

Summer Edu.Fun. Highlights ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4

Pricing, Payment Terms, and Refund Policy -------------------------------------------------------------------- 7

Financial Certification and Required Documentation for Visitor Visa (B-2) ---------------------------------- 8

Our Pledge of Excellence --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 9

Edu.Fun. Daily Schedule --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10


About Summer Edu.Fun. Package Planning to improve your English Language skills abroad? We surely can help you get the language skills you need while learning more about the American culture. Our summer general English classes are based at the beautiful campus of Davis College in Toledo Ohio. The college was established in 1858, and features large classrooms, a comfy student lounge, a cozy library, well-equipped computer labs, and more. Davis College has a small, friendly campus where students receive individual attention. Our clients can join a variety of extra-curricular activities through which they can strengthen their leadership and interpersonal skills on and off the campus. These activities may include beach trips, picnics, mall shopping, movie nights, bowling, sports/gymnasium short-term membership, local attractions and more. By joining our Summer Edu.Fun. program, you will not only have an exceptional learning experience in small classes (16 students maximum), but you will also enjoy supervised and organized social activities and attend various full-day excursions every Saturday. Our program calls deep attention to conversational skills by which students can learn to speak English, hear and understand spoken English and engage in various conversational settings with native speakers of the English language. This will maximize students’ learning exposure and assist them achieve better learning outcomes. We take trust, safety, and ethics very seriously, therefore we only accommodate our students in a highly safe and secured homestay/compound while providing them with around the clock supervision to make all days filled with learning and educational/fun excursions altogether.


Summer Edu.Fun. Highlights § Program Duration: July 18 – September 10, 2016 (around 8 weeks)

§ Program Total Price: $7,600 (U.S. Dollar) only.

§ Edu.Fun. Package includes:

ü Semi-Intensive English program: 4(four) hours a day; 4(four) days a week; [Fridays and Saturdays are reserved for extra-curricular learning activities, entertainment, and outdoor trips];

ü English classes are designed in 3 levels (Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced);

ü Safe accommodation or homestay with an American family;

ü Registration, Acceptance Package Issuance, and assistance with Visitor Visa (B-2) application;

ü Air Tickets (Dammam/Riyadh/Jeddah – Detroit/Toledo – Dammam/Riyadh/Jeddah);

ü Transportation (Airport pick-up and drop-off; scheduled shopping; outdoor trips; school commuting (to and from Davis College);

ü Daily Halal meals (2 meals each day); Dinner is at the client’s liking and expense;

ü 24/7 hotline, and personal supervision;

ü Health insurance; and

ü Counseling and guidance.


ü Education mixed with fun: Excursions include, but not limited to trips to the following destinations:

Imagination Station Toledo Museum of Art

Ford Rouge factory tour Toledo-Lucas County Public Library


Toledo Zoo Cedar Point

Niagara Falls Public Parks and Picnics


Pricing, Payment Terms, and Refund Policy Total package price is to be paid to the American Learning Advant-edge IN FULL upon registration. Further instructions will be given with regard to visa issuance and booking round-trip tickets. Payment should be paid in CASH, MONEY ORDER, OR CREDIT CARD. To process the application, a non-refundable application fee of $75 (US dollars) or SAR280 (Saudi Riyal), which is inclusive in the package pricing. Money received for the package can be refunded only in specific conditions, which are:

- Failure to receive Visitor visa (B-2) for reasons beyond abilities of both the client ALA-edge; - Failure to book a round trip flight; - Health conditions that impose incapacity of travel; or - Death of the applicant or a direct relative.

Partial refunds can be made in certain cases where there is any evident health condition or personal emergency. Exceptions will be evaluated by ALA-edge before refunds are accepted. Partial refund can be up to 90% of the total package price. There are 7(seven) calendar days to be eligible for any refund from the date of registration. To be eligible for a full refund, there should not be any costs incurred on the ALA-edge; any costs will be deducted from the refund (minimum of 10% of the package). The applicant may avoid any refund fee by accepting the full refund value of the package as a “voucher” good toward a Summer Edu.Fun. package for the next year. The original receipt and proof of registration must be presented to ALA-edge to receive the claimed refund.


Financial Certification and Required Documentation for Visitor Visa (B-2) It is recommended that the applicant provides a proof of sufficient funds to cover the course tuition, health insurance, and the major living expenses during the Edu.Fun. program. Funds should cover all family members (dependents) who might travel with the applicant in order to receive B-2 visa(s). Any ONE of the following forms of financial support is acceptable:

1) A recent and original bank letter showing the account balance of the source of financial support; OR 2) A bank statement verifying the family sponsor’s financial ability to meet all major expenses of the student.

For more information about How to Apply, please visit the U.S. Visitor Visas web page:

https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/visit/visitor.html

Before the day of the interview, please make sure to have the proper documents, which are: ü Passport valid for at least six months; ü Nonimmigrant Visa Application Form DS-160 confirmation page; ü Application fee payment receipt; ü Two recent Visa photos to upload into the online application and to take to the scheduled interview; ü Interview appointment letter; ü Copy of the acceptance Letter from Davis College; ü Round-trip flight tickets, if purchased.

Additional Notes:

§ General wait time is 4-6 Calendar Days for the U.S. Embassy or Consulates appointment. § Application fee is $160 and is NOT part of the Summer Edu.Fun. package and should be paid separately § The Summer Edu.Fun. is recreational in nature. Attending the semi-intensive English course is considered

an enrollment in a short recreational course of study, NOT for credit or toward any degree.


Our Pledge of Excellence Simply put, “commitment to service excellence” is our guiding philosophy that directs everything we do and motivates us to exceed your expectations. Our commitment to service excellence is reflected in the pledge we make to our clients, and the reassurance that we deliver outstanding value to them. We strongly believe that integrity and quality must never be sacrificed in achieving our goals. Mission Statement: “It is our mission to be leaders in the field of English language training while focusing on our vision and primary objectives. We will provide diversity of educational services pertaining to English language learning as efficiently and effectively as possible, and remain client-focused and result-oriented by balancing effective education with efficient language acquisition. We will foster our full-fledged competencies to maintain the trust granted to us by our clients. One of our key objectives is to provide a continuous a long-term relationship with our clients. Our motto is “Born to Excel” and we always work hard to keep it that way. Our mission, core values, and service excellence pledge are formed around the followings:

Advocacy | Passion | Knowledge | Contribution


Edu.Fun. Daily Schedule July 2016 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

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Airport Pickup & drop off home

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Airport Pickup & drop off home

19 Welcome Day (Orientation, Placement, Arrival Video Taping, & City Tour) 10AM to 3PM

20 Classes begin 10AM to 3PM

21 Classes 10AM to 3PM

22 Learning through Gaming 10AM to 12PM

23 Trip to “Imagination Station” 10AM to 3PM

24 Community Breakfast 11AM






30 Trip to “Toledo Zoo” 10AM to 3PM



August 2016

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6 Trip to “Ford Rouge factory tour” in Michigan 10AM to 5PM







13 Trip to “Toledo Public Library” “Maumee Bay” 10AM to 5PM







20 Trip to “Toledo Museum of Art” 10AM to 3PM







27 Trip to “Cedar Point” Sandusky Ohio 10AM to 6PM






September 2016

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3 Trip to “Niagara Falls” New York 7AM to 8PM


5 NO Classes (Mall / Outlet Shopping Day) 10AM to 4PM Labor Day




9 Farewell + Certificates of Completion 10AM to 12PM

10 End of Program + Drop off to Airport

11 Drop off to Airport

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